Reno weather in December (Nevada, United States of America)

Curious about the December weather in Reno? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Reno generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 7°C. But by evening, they drop to around -5°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Reno in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 7 days of snow/rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 187 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Reno. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Reno climate page with graphs.

 

Reno, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 187 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Reno in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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